<p>A biologically implantable artificial sphincter system and methods of using the same is disclosed. The artificial sphincter system disclosed herein comprises a support and an electroactive polymer element, both of which are adapted and configured to open and/or close a body cavity. The artificial sphincter systems are useful in the treatment of urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and reflux disorders. The implanted artificial sphincter can also provide a signal to the recipient to urinate or defecate.</p>
申请公布号
WO2006026509(A2)
申请公布日期
2006.03.09
申请号
WO2005US30564
申请日期
2005.08.25
申请人
PAVAD MEDICAL, INC.;HEGDE, ANANT, V.;CHOI, GEORGE, YOSEUNG;BUCH, WALLY, S.
发明人
HEGDE, ANANT, V.;CHOI, GEORGE, YOSEUNG;BUCH, WALLY, S.